August is an ideal time to visit Alicante if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +84°F and about 21 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Alicante;
Average weather
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+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+61°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alicante has great weather in August.
Average temperature in Alicante in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alicante for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +70°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +88°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +84°F.
Is Alicante warm or cold in August?
Alicante is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +73°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Alicante, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Alicante in August
Water in Alicante in August is Warm. It varies from +77°F to +81°F, with an average of +79°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alicante are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +58°F.
Can you swim in Alicante in August?
You can absolutely swim in Alicante in August, the water is warm (+79°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Alicante in August
Alicante weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+84°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+63°F
+61°F
+54°F
Max. temperature
+104°F
+104°F
+99°F
Rainfall
3 mm
8 mm
34 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+77°F
+79°F
+78°F
Humidity
65%
67%
67%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
24
21
16
Cloudy days
5
6
6
Rainy days
1
3
6
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +84°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 8 mm.Humidity rises from 65% to 67%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 24 sunny days in July to 21 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Alicante in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Alicante is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Alicante based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 5 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain.Alicante is amazing in August with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Alicante wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Alicante?
This is the weather in Alicante in August 2023:
1 August
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+89°F
2 August
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+91°F
3 August
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+92°F
4 August
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+83°F
5 August
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+85°F
6 August
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+84°F
7 August
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+84°F
8 August
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+84°F
9 August
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+86°F
10 August
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+93°F
11 August
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+88°F
12 August
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+86°F
13 August
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+84°F
14 August
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+86°F
15 August
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+86°F
16 August
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+86°F
17 August
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+87°F
18 August
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+86°F
19 August
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+87°F
20 August
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+88°F
21 August
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+88°F
22 August
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+89°F
23 August
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+91°F
24 August
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+92°F
25 August
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+92°F
26 August
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+88°F
27 August
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+87°F
28 August
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+87°F
29 August
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+87°F
30 August
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+80°F
31 August
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+84°F
In August 2023 Alicante had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 32%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Alicante climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Alicante in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+68°F) and the highest in 2022 (+75°F). The driest year was 1995 with only 126 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 672 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alicante in August:
Is August a good time to visit Alicante?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Alicante, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Alicante.
Can you sunbathe in Alicante in August?
August is warm in Alicante. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Alicante in August?
Yes, you can swim in Alicante in August, the water temperature averaging at +79°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Alicante rainy in August?
Alicante is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Alicante in August?
Yes, Alicante is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alicante, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
